Patrick is the President of Chesapeake Think Tank, an organization that works with small businesses and non-profits to provide solutions and create an appropriate 'toolkit' to move organizations forward and take advantage of opportunities. In this role, he understands the need to focus on current changes within the organization, and external, environmental factors to guide the overall direction and goals of the organization. Previously, Patrick has been the Executive Director and Leadership Anne Arundel, and a Vistage International Chair. Patrick will engage attendees in a fun, inspirational, and informational talk about libraries as community centers, creativity, and positive and productive change.